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Crab Meat Fritters

Crispy golden fritters packed with sweet crab meat, ready in minutes. Perfect as a snack or light meal, served with a squeeze of lime.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
15g
Crab Meat Fritters
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, mix 8 oz crab meat, 1/2 cup flour, 1 beaten egg, 2 sliced scallions, and 1 tbsp fish sauce until just combined.

  2. Step 2

    Heat 1/2 cup oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, flattening slightly; fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

  4. Step 4

    Drain on paper towels and serve hot with lime wedges or your favorite dipping sauce.

Tools you’ll need

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • spatula
  • paper towels

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